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June 2008, Friday
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Chicago Arabesque Festival
Location: Daley Plaza-Corner of Washington & Dearborn
Chicago Arabesque is a non-religious, non-political festival that will promote
public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of
the Arab World. Representing over twenty Arab countries, the fest seeks to
introduce Americans to the rich diversity of the Arab World through workshops,
calligraphy, artisan demonstrations, activity booths, Arab cuisine and a souq
(bazaar). There will also be daily performances of Arab music and dance.
Children will be able to enjoy storytellers, magicians and games.
The festival will be held in Daley Plaza expecting an audience of approximately
50,000 diverse Chicagoans and guests over the course of four days. Visitors will
enjoy educational and commercial booths showcasing culture and products from
Arab countries.

More at http://www.chicagoarabesque.com/


Gen Art Chicago Film Festival
Location: Various
The 2nd Annual Gen Art Film Festival is a showcase for today's most talented emerging North American independent filmmakers. The festival offers five exhilarating Chicago Premieres attended by members of the press, industry professionals, and Chicago's trendsetters, followed by one of five illustrious parties at Chicago's hottest nightspots.

Monday, June 23: Music Box Theater/ Ravenswood Billboard Factory
Tuesday, June 24: AMC Loews Pipers Alley/ Zed451
Wednesday, June 25: AMC Loews Pipers Alley/ Landmark
Thursday, June 26: AMC Loews Pipers Alley/ Rockit Bar and Grill
Friday, June 27: AMC Loews Pipers Alley/ Enclave

More at http://www.genartfilmfestival.com/schedules/


Grant Park Music Festival
Location: Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
The Grant Park Music Festival is the nation's only remaining free outdoor municipally-supported classical music series. The Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus reach more than one million people annually through a wide-ranging series of free classical music concerts and special events.

More at http://www.grantparkmusicfestival.com


Jammin' at the Zoo
Location: Lincoln Park Zoo
Music Concert at Lincoln Park Zoo

June 27: Blondie
July 25: Fastball + Blind Melon
Aug 22: Soul Asylum

Concerts are held at Lincoln Park Zoo on the Main Mall. Seating is general admission, and guests are invited to bring small blankets. Come early and enjoy a delicious dinner from Park Place Café. Beer and wine will be available for purchase for guests 21 and older. The Kovler Lion House and Kovler Sea Lion Pool will be open during the event.

More at http://www.lpzoo.org/events/jammin2008.html


Skyline Boat Tour
Location: Buckingham Fountain Dock, Chicago Lakefront
Shoreline Sightseeing will offer their famous Skyline Boat Tours from their Buckingham Fountain dock daily during Taste of Chicago. When Taste-goers need a break, they can stroll over to Shoreline’s Buckingham Fountain dock for a relaxing and refreshing 30-minute Lake Michigan Cruise.

Tours depart daily with hourly service from11:00 am to 9:00 pm (until 6:00 pm on July 6th). Tickets are available at the Shoreline Taste booth (near Congress and Columbus Dr.) or at the Buckingham Fountain dock. Fares for the special Taste Cruises are $14 adults, $13 seniors over 65 and $6 children under 12.

More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=310693


Summer Music Series
Location: Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago and the Old Town School of Folk Music present the Summer Music Series! Join us Thursday and Friday evenings from 5:30 to 8:45 in McKinlock Court, located off the Garden Restaurant. Bring your friends for cocktails in the garden or come early to ensure a table for dinner. There is no cover charge or minimum, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call (312) 553-9675.

More info at http://www.artic.edu/aic/


28th Annual Taste of Chicago
Location: Grant Park
The Taste of Chicago that evolved from that steamy July 4th in 1980 is the second largest tourist attraction in Illinois. For ten days, this free- admission festival, now in its 27th year, is the place to be, infusing the city with a holiday spirit and attracting lead stories each day in newspapers and on television.

It is an impressive scene. Colorfully decorated tents surround the outside kitchens of more than 70 restaurants from all over Chicagoland, which also includes a daily upscale restaurant serving in the Gourmet Pavilion. Exotic aromas permeate the air and no visitor leaves a food booth empty handed.

Last year’s Taste attracted more than 3.5 million visitors from all over the city, the suburbs, the midwest and the country.

See more info at http://www.chicagotraveler.com/attractions/taste-of-chicago.html


Whale Watching Cruise (Happy Hour)
Location: Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).
Who: You and your guests!

What: Yes, we are venturing out on Lake Michigan in search of whales! Come out sailing on the Tall Ship Red Witch, while we look for (haven’t seen one yet) whales. Yes, there will be alcohol involved on this two hour sailing cruise. Come out, and have some fun! Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure. This is the BEST way to start you weekend, meet your friends on our boat or come by yourself and make some new friends!

Where: Tall Ship Red Witch, a traditional (wood) schooner, docked in Burnham Harbor, which is in Chicago’s Museum Campus (near Soldier Field).

When: Every Friday at 5:30pm.
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $50pp adult, children not recommended

More: Reservations strongly recommended but are not required.
Reservations can be made online at or by phone

Red Witch is available for private charters.
Phone: 312-404-5800
More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=309804

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